Question

How does the Constitution distribute power between the president and Congress?

Answer 1

The president is in the executive branch, and he can veto (deny) bills, but Congress can override the veto, giving them equal powers

Answer 2

The president exercises a check over Congress through his power to veto bills, but Congress may override any veto (excluding the so-called "pocket veto") by a two-thirds majority in each house. ... The President is not mandated to carry out the orders of the Supreme Court.